Fine harness

Fine harness is a type of driving competition seen at horse shows, that feature light, refined horses with high action.

[1][2] Popular breeds in this event include the American Saddlebred, Morgan, Arabian, Dutch Harness Horse, and Hackney (horse).

[citation needed] Some breeds of pony are also shown in the fine harness style.

The harness used is a light, breastplate type without a horse collar.

In this type of design, the horse rides forward against the breastplate, while still retaining a crupper.

An American Saddlebred in fine harness.
A Hackney pony in the harness pony division, a fine harness event
Women drivers may opt to wear a formal gown. Breaking out of a trot into a canter is penalized [ 4 ]